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Very rare hyphantoceras oberkreide heteromorph ammonite fossil, late turonian, upper cretaceous, germany – ex alice purnell collection

Original price was: £720.00.Current price is: £576.00.

This listing features a very rare Hyphantoceras oberkreide heteromorph ammonite fossil from the Late Turonian stage of the Upper Cretaceous period, discovered in Stadthagen, Germany. This remarkable fossil showcases the unique coiled and uncoiled morphology that defines heteromorph ammonites, providing a fascinating insight into the evolutionary adaptations of these extinct marine cephalopods.

The Hyphantoceras oberkreide species is a prized specimen among collectors due to its rarity, striking form, and detailed preservation. Adding to its significance, this ammonite comes from the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most renowned private ammonite collections in the world. Owning a specimen from this collection ensures an unparalleled level of provenance and historical value.

Key Details:

  • Species: Hyphantoceras oberkreide (heteromorph ammonite)
  • Age: Late Turonian, Upper Cretaceous (~90-94 million years old)
  • Location: Stadthagen, Germany
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection

This fossil is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity for complete assurance. The photo shows the exact specimen you will receive, with a scale rule featuring 1cm squares included for accurate sizing.

Each fossil in our collection is carefully chosen, expertly prepared, and preserved to retain its natural features and scientific value. This ammonite is a unique addition to any fossil collection and serves as a stunning display piece, a gift for enthusiasts, or a centerpiece for educational purposes.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a scientifically significant and highly collectible piece of Earth’s prehistoric marine life. Order today and secure this extraordinary specimen!

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Includes a fully hand-signed Premium Certificate of Authenticity.

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This listing features a very rare Hyphantoceras oberkreide heteromorph ammonite fossil from the Late Turonian stage of the Upper Cretaceous period, discovered in Stadthagen, Germany. This remarkable fossil showcases the unique coiled and uncoiled morphology that defines heteromorph ammonites, providing a fascinating insight into the evolutionary adaptations of these extinct marine cephalopods.

The Hyphantoceras oberkreide species is a prized specimen among collectors due to its rarity, striking form, and detailed preservation. Adding to its significance, this ammonite comes from the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most renowned private ammonite collections in the world. Owning a specimen from this collection ensures an unparalleled level of provenance and historical value.

Key Details:

  • Species: Hyphantoceras oberkreide (heteromorph ammonite)
  • Age: Late Turonian, Upper Cretaceous (~90-94 million years old)
  • Location: Stadthagen, Germany
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection

This fossil is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity for complete assurance. The photo shows the exact specimen you will receive, with a scale rule featuring 1cm squares included for accurate sizing.

Each fossil in our collection is carefully chosen, expertly prepared, and preserved to retain its natural features and scientific value. This ammonite is a unique addition to any fossil collection and serves as a stunning display piece, a gift for enthusiasts, or a centerpiece for educational purposes.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a scientifically significant and highly collectible piece of Earth’s prehistoric marine life. Order today and secure this extraordinary specimen!

Additional information

Weight 0.1 g
Dimensions 10 × 10 × 10 cm
Era

Cretaceous

Origin

Germany

Cretaceous Information

The Cretaceous Period (145–66 million years ago) was the final era of the Mesozoic, marked by the dominance of dinosaurs and the rise of flowering plants. It had a warm, greenhouse climate, with high sea levels that created vast shallow inland seas. Marine life flourished, including mosasaurs, ammonites, and rudist reefs, while the land was ruled by iconic dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops, and Spinosaurus. Mammals and birds diversified, and insects thrived. The period ended with the mass extinction event, likely caused by an asteroid impact, wiping out the dinosaurs and paving the way for the rise of mammals in the Cenozoic.

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